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<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5525" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Antonini Navi (Company)">Antonini Navi</a>&nbsp;may be the new kid on the block in La Spezia, but it has a powerful parent group behind it. The young shipyard is aiming to carve out a niche for itself in the market for compact superyachts in steel and aluminium, starting with two sub-300GT sister ships due to launch in the next six months.Strange as it might seem, the Covid pandemic came at just the right time for <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5525" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Antonini Navi (Company)">Antonini Navi</a>. Gruppo Antonini, known for its expertise in engineering and building structures for the oil and gas sector, had begun supplying hulls to third parties. Just prior to the pandemic, business was booming on the Miglio Blu, La Spezia’s so-called Blue Mile of superyacht shipyards, and Simone Antonini, CEO of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5525" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Antonini Navi (Company)">Antonini Navi</a>, judged the time was right to diversify into turnkey yacht building. He called in Aldo Manna, an industry veteran who had spent 15 years as sales and concept development officer at the French-owned <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/416" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ocea (Company)">Ocea</a> shipyard. Together they began planning a new division able to offer its own range of yachts and custom builds, as well as refit and construction services for third parties. Then in March 2020, Italy went into lockdown.“To be honest, the pandemic turned out to be a great opportunity for us,” says Manna, partner and commercial director at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5525" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Antonini Navi (Company)">Antonini Navi</a>. “It wasn’t a time for construction as the shipyards were closed, but for us it was a period of intense preparatory work. The phone rang less, so everyone was more available and focused. We spent a lot of time on Zoom calls and were able to achieve in eight or nine months what would normally take two years.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/382876/image/large-e05d55b22673f033f7fdbf4fe2e49021.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/382876">Make It Modular<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5525" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Antonini Navi (Company)">Antonini Navi</a> debuted at the Genoa Boat show in October 2020 with its modular UP40 (Utility Platform) concept designed by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/585" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fulvio De Simoni Yacht Design (Company)">Fulvio De Simoni</a>. The 40-metre, steel-hulled concept allowed clients to choose a specific yacht type – Crossover, Island, or Explorer – during the building process by swapping out the bow and stern blocks. The scalable naval platform was thoroughly tested in MARIN’s towing tank to validate performance parameters such as propulsion, shaft pitch angles, hull resistance, and sea-keeping capabilities.&nbsp;Six months after the release of the UP40 concept, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5525" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Antonini Navi (Company)">Antonini Navi</a> announced it had started building the two central blocks of the first hull on speculation. Thanks to its modular design, the UP40 morphed into the “all-terrain” SUY 135, or Sports Utility Yacht, with naval architecture by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1234" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Arrabito Naval Architects (Company)">Studio Arrabito</a>. Then in 2023 two sales followed in rapid succession: <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13320" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Hanaa31.2m (102'4&quot;)Antonini Navi 2026">Project Hanaa</a>, a 31.2-metre steel and aluminium yacht designed by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1181" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Hydro Tec (Company)">Hydro Tec</a> with interiors by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/908" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Hot Lab (Company)">Hot Lab</a>, and the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13402" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Matilde733.5m (109'11&quot;)Antonini Navi 2026">Seamore 34</a>, a 33.5-metre sister ship with an extended stern. Both yachts are scheduled for delivery in 2026, but the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13402" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Matilde733.5m (109'11&quot;)Antonini Navi 2026">Seamore 34</a> will be the first to launch towards the end of this year. They also target the same niche market for steel-hulled yachts in the 30 to 50 metre segment, where most competition comes from fibreglass builders. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/346944/image/large-95cec36f60ac864b2612e8d454806a99.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/346944">“We want to focus on a sector that we believe is still underserved,“ says Manna. “Over the past few years, the size and price gap between fibreglass and metal yacht construction has narrowed. It’s true that under 30 metres steel becomes a disadvantage – it’s too heavy, slow and fuel-hungry for short, coastal cruising. But over 30 metres, it starts to make sense.”Manna points to the recyclability of steel and its suitability for long-range cruising with greater comfort and confidence. Moreover, it absorbs noise and vibration better than aluminium or fibreglass, and provides greater flexibility for customisation. Well-built steel hulls also hold their value better than fibreglass yachts.&nbsp;“Combined with our modular approach that reduces complexity and build time, we can build a customisable 50-metre yacht in 30 months, and a 34-metre in 24 months,” says Manna. “And at prices not dissimilar to some GRP yachts of comparable size.”&nbsp;The modular approach is not quite as simple as it sounds, however. The central hull blocks remain the same, but altering the bow and stern impacts how the weight is distributed. This shift affects the yacht’s centres of gravity and buoyancy, which together play a crucial role in the longitudinal and transverse stability of the vessel. In simple terms, if the centre of gravity is not properly aligned with the centre of buoyancy, the yacht could become unstable, leading to excessive pitch or roll – or worse.&nbsp;“Maintaining hydrostatic balance is critical,” affirms Manna, who studied naval engineering at the University of Genoa. “This is why we back up CFD simulations with real-world testing in the towing tank, adjusting various design elements to ensure seaworthiness across configurations with optimised centre-of-gravity management, propulsion efficiency, and controlled pitch-roll dynamics in varying sea states.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/382874/image/large-a8f9494a8df5ee842af1eacb39527b2f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/382874">Heavy Metal<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5525" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Antonini Navi (Company)">Antonini Navi</a>’s approach is fundamentally shaped by the technical culture of its parent group. Although the term metalmeccanica – the Italian word for industrial metalworking – typically implies basic metal processing, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5525" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Antonini Navi (Company)">Antonini</a>’s operations go well beyond this. Its plant in nearby Arcola has roll-bending machines capable of forming 15 cm steel plates and cutting machines able to slice through 20 cm of steel, a capacity rare even among the largest superyacht builders. Additionally, the shipyard uses the same radiophonic techniques for testing and certifying weld seams employed in offshore platform construction, which far exceed yacht standards that commonly rely on visual quality and surface crack detection.&nbsp;While the client for <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13320" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Hanaa31.2m (102'4&quot;)Antonini Navi 2026">Project Hanna</a> was constrained by berth size, the owner of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13402" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Matilde733.5m (109'11&quot;)Antonini Navi 2026">Seamore 34</a> wanted increased autonomy and expanded deck utility without exceeding 300GT – characteristics common to explorer yachts but wrapped in a more refined aesthetic envelope.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/382870/image/large-6ba2cb08ada15a43b168fe222aa20e0a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/382870">The GA follows a conventional formula with four guest suites (one is converted into a gym) on the lower deck, as well as a transverse garage for a 5-metre tender. On the main deck forward is the master stateroom, a galley amidships with adjoining crew mess, and a spacious aft lounge area with retractable glass walls on three sides and folding bulwarks. The bridge deck offers open-air deck space and interior dining in the sky lounge behind the wheelhouse. However, the focus of social life on board is likely to be the expansive terraced aft deck that leads down to the extended swim platform.“Extending the stern required recalibrating weight distribution to avoid wave slapping,” says Manna. “We chose to incorporate the swim platform into the actual hull structure rather than simply applying it as an add-on. This fully integrated solution improves performance at anchor and under way while avoiding common acoustic issues.”Reducing noise and vibration to a minimum was another priority for the owner. Using a layered insulation system that combines rubber supports, rock wool, multi-zone anti-vibration pads, and dense rubber subflooring, sound levels in the main saloon are expected to be just 48 dB at anchor and 52 dB underway – levels more typically found on a 60-metre yacht, despite the fact the lounge is just above the room. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/295117/image/large-f040e94c2250b02bc578c33fc3f1ccd0.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/295117">Climate ChangeThe <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13402" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Matilde733.5m (109'11&quot;)Antonini Navi 2026">Seamore 34</a> has a standard yet robust and fuel-efficient propulsion system based on twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1408" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Caterpillar Inc (Company)">Caterpillar</a> C18s of 700 hp each tailored for long-distance cruising with a top speed of just under 14 knots. Projected range is over 4,000nm at a cruising speed of 12 knots, and 5,000 nautical miles at 10 knots when fuel consumption is a frugal 130 litres per hour with a generator on.The yacht is designed for cruising in a variety of climates, including tropical regions. To this end, there are dedicated chillers&nbsp;not only for the HVAC system, but also for galley equipment such as refrigerators, freezers, and icemakers. High exterior temperatures&nbsp;and&nbsp;warm seawater also mean higher risk of condensation and metal areas prone to temperature differences are treated with Mascoat, an anti-condensation coating that also assist in damping vibrations that cause noise. The yacht’s systems include moisture sensors in voids behind wall panels or under flooring so that any condensation can be detected before it becomes problematic.Other details that highlight attention to strength, durability and quality finish include the anti-collision plate in the bow made from polished 316L stainless steel that is an integral part of the bow stem rather than being bolted on; the 15mm teak decking in areas of high footfall on main deck (12mm on the upper decks to minimise top weight); and the double clearcoat that both enhances the the metallic champagne paintwork and extends its lifespan. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/382868/image/large-6066f55b8124ab5df7ad4278dc554ecd.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/382868">Phase TwoAs demand grows for yachts that combine robustness, custom design and fast delivery, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5525" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Antonini Navi (Company)">Antonini Navi</a> is betting on raising consumer awareness of the advantages of metal construction in a size sector dominated by fibreglass boats. Its modular naval architecture, backed up by quality commercial-grade construction, makes sense on paper and Manna reveals that since 2020 he has developed 60 distinct projects for potential clients – some bespoke, others tailored from existing models. The main issue is the same as for any start-up boat builder – clients want to see a hull in the water before they commit.“That’s why we’re now moving to phase two,” he counters. “Within the next six months we will have launched two yachts and people will be able to see firsthand the quality and seriousness of our work. These two projects are more than just one-offs for <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5525" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Antonini Navi (Company)">Antonini Navi</a> – they’re proof of concept.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/382875/image/large-20eeb2b5189194c83d0e6b1d7d104968.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/382875">This article was first published in <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/magazine/how-to-build-it-issue-9-download" target="_blank">issue 9 of How To Build It</a>. You can read all the articles from this edition <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/magazine/how-to-build-it-issue-9-download" target="_blank">here</a>, and stay up-to-date with all previous editions <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/magazine" target="_blank">here</a>.

Antonini Navi: Carving a compact superyacht niche

The new kid on the block in La Spezia, Antonini Navi is carving out a compact superyacht niche for itself

A major fire broke out on Thursday evening at Port de la Lave near Corbières Beach, west of Marseille, destroying two yachts and severely damaging a third. The fire broke out onboard the 26.88-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/362" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Leopard Yachts (Company)">Leopard</a> yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/7839" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Naisca IV 26.88m (88'2&quot;)Leopard Yachts2006">Naisca IV</a>, before spreading to the nearby vessels.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/344164/image/large-5d00c13bd8ad2d3481e373fbe53e9106.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/344164">Authorities report that the blaze began at 17:29 local time on 9 January, with Marseilles firefighters deploying 63 personnel, 19 vehicles, aerial reconnaissance drones and the Caesar firefighting robot to combat the rapidly spreading flames.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/344161/image/large-a1c449837408e1151747c53ba9d0a02e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/344161">The operation became more difficult as the 22.7-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/416" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ocea (Company)">OCEA</a> yacht Aldabra and a 17-metre flybridge yacht broke free from their moorings, hampering containment efforts. Firefighters extinguished the blaze nearly six hours later at 23:23.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/344163/image/large-781371002f5a0e221682f70df4dc301b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/344163"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/7839" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Naisca IV 26.88m (88'2&quot;)Leopard Yachts2006">Naisca IV</a> and the 17-metre yacht which was moored on its port side were destroyed and partially sunk due to extensive fire damage, while Aldabra, which was moored to starboard, sustained severe fire damage on its port side.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/344162/image/large-5331aa1877b837ca1a90b4ea6fd4bd16.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/344162">Authorities deployed oil containment booms covering a 100-metre area around the affected site to manage environmental risks. No casualties have been reported and the cause of the fire remains under investigation.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/293915/image/large-686670000a1aa26bd9d2695670a64cfc.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/293915">Delivered in 2006 as part of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/362" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Leopard Yachts (Company)">Leopard</a> 27 series, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/7839" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Naisca IV 26.88m (88'2&quot;)Leopard Yachts2006">Naisca IV</a> features exterior design and naval architecture by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/409" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Andrea Bacigalupo (Company)">Andrea Bacigalupo</a>, with interior design penned by her Italian builder <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/362" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Leopard Yachts (Company)">Leopard Yachts</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/183055/image/large-361b14eaa84142e08415b0c12b16a116.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/183055"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/7839" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Naisca IV 26.88m (88'2&quot;)Leopard Yachts2006">Naisca IV</a> can accommodate up to six guests onboard across a three stateroom configuration, as well as space for a crew of two. In terms of performance, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/7839" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Naisca IV 26.88m (88'2&quot;)Leopard Yachts2006">Naisca IV</a> is powered by twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1408" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Caterpillar Inc (Company)">Caterpillar</a> engines, providing her with a cruising speed of 10 knots and a top speed of 12 knots.&nbsp;

Three yachts damaged from yacht fire in Corbières Beach, France

A major fire broke out on Thursday evening at Port de la Lave near Corbières Beach, Marseille, destroying two yachts and severely damaging a third.

Three yachts damaged from yacht fire in Marseille, France

The 32.7-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/416" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ocea (Company)">Ocea</a> motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11368" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Araok II32.7m (107'3&quot;)Ocea2024">Araok II</a> has been delivered to her owner by her builder, the French shipyard <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/416" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ocea (Company)">Ocea</a>, after having been launched in June of last year.&nbsp;Delivered as part of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/416" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ocea (Company)">Ocea</a> Commuter 108 line, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11368" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Araok II32.7m (107'3&quot;)Ocea2024">Araok II</a> features exterior design by French-Swiss designer Pierre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6421" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Pierre Frutschi Concept & Design Naval (Company)">Frutschi Concept &amp; Design Naval</a>, while her naval architecture was created in-house by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/416" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ocea (Company)">Ocea</a>. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11368" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Araok II32.7m (107'3&quot;)Ocea2024">Araok II</a>’s hull was constructed in her builder’s aluminium workshop in Fontenay-le-Comte, and is coated with several layers of resin.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/322467/image/large-127200895a97d4444c8f9f5df6a63be5.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/322467">With a volume of 176 GT and a beam of 6.8-metres, the yacht is capable of hosting as many as eight guests across her four stateroom configuration. In addition, separate living quarters are also provided for up to four crew members in two cabins.Designed with environmentally friendly solutions to reduce her environmental footprint, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11368" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Araok II32.7m (107'3&quot;)Ocea2024">Araok II</a> is the first <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/416" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ocea (Company)">Ocea</a> yacht with engines that meet IMO Tier III emission standards. This permits her to set sail in Emission Control Areas defined by the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4531" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="International Maritime Organization (Company)">International Maritime Organization</a>. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/322466/image/large-b1ed7d1e5616ba634c393b04a0150b3c.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/322466">"Our yachts are built for long voyages, and we test their restart capabilities to &nbsp;ensure reliability," &nbsp;Antoine de Jonckheere, head of the business management department at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/416" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ocea (Company)">Ocea</a>, explained.Read: <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/57988" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="33m OCEA motor yacht Araok II launched (2023-06-29 16:15:00 +0200)">33m OCEA motor yacht Araok II launched</a>Furthermore, the motor yacht is fitted with the latest generation of batteries and solar panels, which have optimised energy management to keep the main onboard features running at night, without the need for generators.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/322465/image/large-fbf0db3fae032d2570c1eb45121b4f57.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/322465">Performance-wise, she is powered by twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5350" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Volvo Penta (Company)">Volvo Penta</a> engines that can reach a cruising speed of 12 knots as well as a top speed of 15 knots. When cruising at a speed of 12 knots, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11368" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Araok II32.7m (107'3&quot;)Ocea2024">Araok II</a> has a range of 4,000 nautical miles.&nbsp;<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/322468/image/large-21ada4c73304c0eed501b32fb701d760.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/322468">

33m Ocea yacht Araok II delivered 

The 32.7-metre Ocea motor yacht Araok II delivered to her owner by her builder following her launch in June 2023. 


33m Ocea motor yacht Araok II delivered 

Yachts attending the Cannes Yachting Festival 2024

We get up to speed with the yachts that will be present at the upcoming Cannes Yachting Festival in September. 


The 32.8-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/416" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ocea (Company)">Ocea</a> motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/753" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Persuader32.8m (107'7&quot;)Ocea2007">Persuader</a>, previously named Marhaba, has entered the market, represented by Peter Hürzeler of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/136" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ocean Independence (Company)">Ocean Independence</a>. The <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/motor/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">motor yacht for sale</a> is not only the 3rd largest yacht delivered by the yard, but also the one of four <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/416" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ocea (Company)">Ocea</a> Commuter 108 model yachts available on the market. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/290822/image/large-a748bf6d4f41339435e2fb3c39c19432.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/290822">Delivered in 2007, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/753" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Persuader32.8m (107'7&quot;)Ocea2007">Persuader</a> features exterior design and naval architecture by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/417" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Joubert Nivelt Design (Company)">Joubert Nivelt Design</a>. She can accommodate up to 10 guests across four staterooms, and also has space for five crew members, including the captain.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/290765/image/large-2994a55b45a03bfcc8f254174d88956e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/290765">The <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">yacht for sale</a> presents a contemporary saloon design, with an elongated L-shaped sofa and a smaller-sized sofa surrounding a neutrally toned leather coffee table. The contrast between the dark-toned wooden flooring and the white wooden ceilings elevates the room's sophisticated ambiance. Its seamless integration with the main aft deck makes the saloon an ideal space to retire to after an aperitif, where guests can admire the sunset. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/290764/image/large-2cce2f16ba1999c664e14f2b243f582b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/290764">Adjacent to the seating area, there is a dining area featuring a generously sized marble-topped table, comfortably accommodating up to eight guests. The strategic positioning of the dining table near the windows ensures that guests can dine and socialise bathed in natural sunlight.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/290843/image/large-42b8df60f90332b01261eee7d9169ad4.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/290843">The <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/persuader/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">yacht Persuader for sale</a>'s master stateroom is adorned with meticulously crafted dark-toned wooden furnishings. The addition of a seating area, complete with a large sofa, and a dedicated desk area enhances the stateroom's versatility, allowing any potential owner to relax and work in privacy and comfort.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/290832/image/large-94d69847e5b18d490daff86a70ce1585.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/290832"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/290763/image/large-a47263a4cccb851497061a86e164774a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/290763">The <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/ocea/motor/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">Ocea yacht for sale</a> has an aluminium hull and superstructure. She is powered by twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1408" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Caterpillar Inc (Company)">Caterpillar</a> engines, which give her a cruising speed of 10 knots and a top speed of 15 knots.

33m Ocea motor yacht Persuader for sale

The 32m Ocea motor yacht Persuader has entered the market, represented by Peter Hürzeler of Ocean Independence.

All the latest news from Monaco Yacht Show 2023

SYT takes a look at some of the largest announcements from this year’s MYS, to make sure you are up-to-date with all the latest industry news!

Everything you might have missed at the Monaco Yacht Show 2023

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/416" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ocea (Company)">Ocea Yachts</a> is set to unveil the 72-metre superyacht the Grand Explorer at the upcoming <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/182" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Monaco Yacht Show - 2023">Monaco Yacht Show</a> next week.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/287159/image/large-76f14c5a034e19f8b2f2f953c723496a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/287159">Developed in the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/416" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ocea (Company)">Ocea</a> design office, Philippe Briand’s London firm <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1405" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vitruvius Ltd (Company)">Vitruvius Yachts</a> also worked on the project’s design and architecture. The Grand Explorer yacht has been conceptualised with the design of a patrol vessel in mind. Philippe has created a smooth design, retaining the silhouette of the patrol vessel, featuring a glazed area on the yacht, as well as a unique wheelhouse with 360 degree views.&nbsp;The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/416" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ocea (Company)">Ocea</a> Grand Explorer has been designed with privacy in mind, featuring an entirely enclosed stern. Vincent Guilbault, head of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/416" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ocea (Company)">Ocea</a> R&amp;D department commented on the design process of the new project stating, “We’re demanding that these boats be fast, seaworthy in any weather, and comfortable for long missions. They also need to be stable so that they can easily deploy resources: tenders, helicopters, etc. The problem is the same for a yacht.”&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/416" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ocea (Company)">Ocea</a> prides itself on being both a yacht builder and a specialist in the construction of aluminium workboats, transport boats and maritime surveillance vessels, boasting four production sites along the French Atlantic coast.Regarding performance, the Grand Explorer superyacht can be powered by conventional, electric or hybrid propulsion systems, and is available in lengths from 58 to 84-metres. A model of the Grand Explorer will be revealed for the first time by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/416" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ocea (Company)">Ocea Yachts</a> at the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/182" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Monaco Yacht Show - 2023">Monaco Yacht Show</a>.

Ocea Yachts 72m Grand Explorer superyacht 

Ocea Yachts is set to unveil a 72-metre superyacht from its new Grand Explorer series at the upcoming Monaco Yacht Show.

Ocea Yachts to unveil 72m Grand Explorer yacht concept at the Monaco Yacht Show

The 31.7-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/416" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ocea (Company)">Ocea</a> motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1539" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Espiritu Santo31.7m (104'0&quot;)Ocea2002">Espiritu Santo</a> has been sold with Peter Redford and Eugenio Cannarsa of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/158" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fraser (Company)">Fraser</a> Australia both representing the buyer and the seller. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/263049/image/large-db6438a98a3a62ca8f2fd2de13f38061.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/263049">Delivered in 2002 by the French shipyard, the motor yacht boasts both exterior design and naval architecture penned by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/417" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Joubert Nivelt Design (Company)">Joubert Nivelt Design</a>, while her classic interior design derived from the drawing board of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/973" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Flahault Design & Associes (Company)">Flahault Design &amp; Associes</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/262846/image/large-59d871ff5702ed968367ff958aa0404b.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/262846"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1539" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Espiritu Santo31.7m (104'0&quot;)Ocea2002">Espiritu Santo</a> can accommodate up to eight guests across her four stylish staterooms, with space for a crew of up to four members including the captain. Having undergone a recent refit in 2022, the motor yacht is in excellent condition. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/262844/image/large-c96f06a0dc8e337410d2cdf0190d25bd.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/262844"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/262848/image/large-4342fe64551d5588f03c036b80a1056d.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/262848">Her main saloon showcases a chic interior aesthetic, displaying cream armchairs and a curved sofa surrounding a carefully crafted wooden coffee table. The saloon blends soft neutral tones with deep blue furnishings, forming a coastal ambience. The motor yacht is also home to an adjacent, dedicated dining area, ideal for hosting luxurious dinner parties for guests onboard.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/262855/image/large-2c8abf55d681f0676ef8563a8b8486b1.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/262855"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/262849/image/large-5be0c2021dda9f18650ae0881d5d8107.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/262849"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1539" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Espiritu Santo31.7m (104'0&quot;)Ocea2002">Espiritu Santo’s</a> comfortable staterooms echo the fresh and airy interior design of her main saloon. The master suite features crisp white and royal blue furnishings, complete with a cosy lounge area and ocean-inspired hanging wall art.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/262854/image/large-d4665d87a6b68f7ff499d54f6a373ff9.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/262854">The motor yacht’s upper deck is home to a comfortable indoor lounge area which opens out onto an outdoor dining table. Guests can also take their pick from a range of elegant seating areas situated on the main deck.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/262842/image/large-a095229f572ba4059c297c234dd1846b.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/262842">In terms of performance, the motor yacht is powered by twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1883" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Baudouin (Company)">Baudouin</a> engines, providing her with a cruising speed of 10 knots and a top speed of 13 knots. At the time of her sale <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1539" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Espiritu Santo31.7m (104'0&quot;)Ocea2002">Espiritu Santo</a> had a last known asking price of €4,600,000.

32m Ocea yacht Espiritu Santo sold

The 32m Ocea motor yacht Espiritu Santo has sold with a last known asking price of €4,600,000.

32m Ocea motor yacht Espiritu Santo sold

The 32.7-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/416" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ocea (Company)">OCEA</a> motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11368" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Araok II32.7m (107'3&quot;)Ocea2023">Araok II</a> has been launched from the Les Sables d'Olonne facility in France. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11368" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Araok II32.7m (107'3&quot;)Ocea2023">Araok II</a> is the fourth hull in the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/416" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ocea (Company)">OCEA</a> Commuter 108 yacht series and has been custom-developed to fully meet the owner’s expectations.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/276153/image/large-999461f66627d145a58694edd781cfcb.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/276153"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11368" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Araok II32.7m (107'3&quot;)Ocea2023">Araok II</a> features an interior and exterior design penned by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6421" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Pierre Frutschi Concept & Design Naval (Company)">Pierre Frutschi Concept &amp; Design Naval</a>, and naval architecture drawn by her builder, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/416" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ocea (Company)">OCEA</a>. Her hull was built in <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/416" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ocea (Company)">OCEA</a>’s aluminium workshop in Fontenay-le-Comte and coated with several layers of resin.&nbsp;The motor yacht promises 190 GT of interior volume with and will be fitted with four staterooms, providing accommodation for up to eight guests. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/276152/image/large-b89adec0f118e52832e8cc5d1eded4e8.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/276152"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11368" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Araok II32.7m (107'3&quot;)Ocea2023">Araok II</a> has been designed with environmentally friendly solutions to reduce her environmental footprint. She is the first <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/416" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ocea (Company)">OCEA</a> yacht with engines that meet <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4531" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="International Maritime Organization (Company)">IMO</a> Tier III emission standards, allowing her to sail in Emission Control Areas defined by the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4531" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="International Maritime Organization (Company)">International Maritime Organization</a>.<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11368" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Araok II32.7m (107'3&quot;)Ocea2023">Araok II</a> is also fitted with the latest generation of batteries and solar panels with optimised energy management to keep the main onboard features running at night without the need for generators.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/272520/image/large-55ac3301d4b174db658fc91eecb2b58e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/272520">The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/416" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ocea (Company)">OCEA</a> shipyard has now freed up space and created a slot for the construction of a yacht of a similar size which could be delivered in 2025.

33m OCEA yacht Araok II launched

The 33m OCEA motor yacht Araok II has been launched from the Les Sables d'Olonne facility in France.

33m OCEA motor yacht Araok II launched

France-based builder <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/416" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ocea (Company)">OCEA</a> has announced that the fourth hull in the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/416" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ocea (Company)">OCEA</a> Commuter 108 yacht series is nearing completion. The 32.7-metre motor yacht has entered the final stages of construction in Les Sables-d’Olonne. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/272520/image/large-55ac3301d4b174db658fc91eecb2b58e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/272520">The hull of the custom-made project was built in <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/416" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ocea (Company)">OCEA</a>’s aluminium workshop in Fontenay-le-Comte, before being transferred in May 2022. Her superstructure was simultaneously built and installed in September, and her final silhouette was completed in November.&nbsp;Read:&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/55655" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ocea transports hull of 33m Ocea Commuter 108 New to outfitting facilities (2022-07-28 12:30:00 +0200)">Ocea transports hull of 33m Ocea Commuter 108 New to outfitting facilities<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/272525/image/large-538be643638ca150dad18882edd1cb57.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/272525"></a>The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/416" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ocea (Company)">OCEA</a> Commuter 108 yacht saw the installation of twin engines and generators, with a number of operations relating to her pipework and electrical systems also completed. The yacht is now ready for her coating phase, with plastic film surrounding her in preparation for this process.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/272523/image/large-9c65898f68b90cca790f81c7dc88a579.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/272523">The hull is coated with several layers of resin to smooth out any rough patches, and the layers are smoothed with large rulers, and sanded down to thin layers to obtain a flat surface. The temperature is rigorously controlled for the resin to set, and her plastic film is filled with heated air to aid the process. After this is complete, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/416" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ocea (Company)">OCEA</a> Commuter 108 yacht will be sprayed with a final layer of lacquer in the colour chosen by the owner.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/272524/image/large-9c4746fe0de35443d2761b14c1722987.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/272524">The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/416" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ocea (Company)">OCEA</a> Commuter 108 New features an interior and exterior design penned by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6421" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Pierre Frutschi Concept & Design Naval (Company)">Pierre Frutschi Concept &amp; Design Naval</a>, and naval architecture drawn by her builder, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/416" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ocea (Company)">OCEA</a>. The motor yacht promises 190 GT of interior volume with and will be fitted with four staterooms, providing accommodation for up to eight guests.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/272521/image/large-edfdbc9cb92133ed79eb586165efb42b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/272521">In order to reduce her carbon footprint, ISO Tier III standard engines have been installed to reduce emissions. The yacht is also fitted with the latest generation of batteries and solar panels with optimised energy management.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/272522/image/large-98090919c0ea173a4d998f1397732f96.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/272522">The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/416" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ocea (Company)">OCEA</a> Commuter 108 yacht is due to launch in the next weeks where she will then complete her sea trials. The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/416" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ocea (Company)">OCEA</a> shipyard will then free up space and create a slot for the construction of a yacht of a similar size which would be delivered in 2025.

Fourth OCEA Commuter 108 yacht nears completion

OCEA has announced that the fourth hull in the OCEA Commuter 108 yacht series is nearing completion.

Fourth 33m OCEA Commuter 108 yacht nears completion

Delivered in 2002 from France, the 31.7-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/416" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ocea (Company)">Ocea</a> <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/espiritu-santo/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">yacht Espiritu Santo for sale</a> has entered the market in great condition. She was originally built for a highly experienced owner and has been well maintained over the years.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/176465/image/large-b9548812bfa5c05fbfbe5b7e719919bc.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/176465"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1539" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Espiritu Santo31.7m (104'0&quot;)Ocea2002">Espiritu Santo</a> was designed by the renowned and highly regarded <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/417" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Joubert Nivelt Design (Company)">Joubert-Nivelt</a> who penned her exterior design, while <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/973" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Flahault Design & Associes (Company)">Olivier Flahault</a> took care of her interior design. The aluminium <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/motor/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">motor yacht for sale</a> is a proven transatlantic cruiser with multiple voyages completed in Alaska.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/262845/image/large-1342f9c97d9d6a5508b8ead4658bb24d.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/262845"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/262844/image/large-07e48f2c967c1840cc50e8f27a7f6ae3.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/262844"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/262846/image/large-ed01851ae07f45d2ccbc6320f1f8bbec.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/262846">The 210 GT <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">yacht for sale</a> features a classical interior design with an abundance of wood and a natural colour palette. Her spacious main saloon leads to her dining room with a large table and seating for up to eight guests for formal meals.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/262850/image/large-6da26272175bb296f8143dfa8832af7c.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/262850"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/262851/image/large-09be86fa37d2e47623273a5392d4ce84.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/262851"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/262848/image/large-c711e36895a691f8c63dd07e5a951008.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/262848"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1539" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Espiritu Santo31.7m (104'0&quot;)Ocea2002">Espiritu Santo</a> can comfortably accommodate up to eight guests across four sumptuous staterooms, consisting of a full-beam master suite on the main deck with a king-sized bed, desk area and his-and-hers ensuite bathrooms.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/262858/image/large-e1178186f1df4a23f2f685633f396ac3.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/262858"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/262859/image/large-9f7f75f80d05f3b74721d9caf4cca9b4.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/262859"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/262857/image/large-3433fbab6b75e901536b3956d5ff5481.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/262857">The remaining staterooms of the <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/ocea/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">Ocea yacht for sale</a> include a VIP, a double and a twin stateroom, all with ensuite bathrooms. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1539" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Espiritu Santo31.7m (104'0&quot;)Ocea2002">Espiritu Santo</a> is also able to sleep a crew of four across two cabins.The main saloon of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1539" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Espiritu Santo31.7m (104'0&quot;)Ocea2002">Espiritu Santo</a> flows outside to the aft deck and has adjustable tables for alfresco dining or enjoying cocktail hour. A forward deck has benches for sitting in the sun with a view over the bow of the yacht.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/262853/image/large-b59b11149f602ceaffa63716b4f85557.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/262853"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/262854/image/large-1eb8328a2ae9119c0250a4f7987ee8db.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/262854">Above the main saloon of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1539" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Espiritu Santo31.7m (104'0&quot;)Ocea2002">Espiritu Santo</a> is the pilothouse, with comfortable seating arrangements for guests to enjoy. She also has a small skylounge and a bridge deck to the aft, as well as another alfresco dining area. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/262843/image/large-057d3265a9d9e35dea0cba3df056cd88.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/262843"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/262842/image/large-82c868e06c8fa4cd6162095705e80641.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/262842"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1539" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Espiritu Santo31.7m (104'0&quot;)Ocea2002">Espiritu Santo</a> is equipped with dual <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1883" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Baudouin (Company)">Baudouin</a> engines which propel her to a cruising speed of 10 knots and a top speed of 13 knots.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/262836/image/large-243077c4b00480da0856e1adefa5931e.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/262836">

Ocea’s 32m yacht Espiritu Santo for sale

Ocea’s 32m yacht Espiritu Santo for sale was delivered in 2002 from France and has been well maintained over the years.

32m Ocea motor yacht Espiritu Santo for sale

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1405" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vitruvius Ltd (Company)">Vitruvius Yachts</a> has revealed the renderings of the previously confidential 125-metre flagship superyacht for the United Kingdom. The design had previously been shortlisted as a finalist in the design competition for the national flagship before the government put a halt to the project.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/254814/image/large-2139470f002912bad1d50161f13de3d0.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/254814">The design comes from Team FestivAl, a collaboration between London-based, award-winning yacht design studio <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1405" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vitruvius Ltd (Company)">Vitruvius Yachts</a>, world-renowned architecture practice <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6728" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zaha Hadid Architects (Company)">Zaha Hadid Architects</a>, and aluminium ship and yacht specialists <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/416" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ocea (Company)">Ocea</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/254811/image/large-f6a10b75b88829baa8266dd4b6646f6c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/254811">Described by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1405" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vitruvius Ltd (Company)">Vitruvius Yachts</a> as “a celebration of British society and technology, in a vessel designed for the people but fit for a king,” the flagship yacht features a key focus on sustainable power and propulsion. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/254815/image/large-d132ac0b2a651b8173ed6fa6765fc9ad.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/254815">The design was spearheaded by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1405" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vitruvius Ltd (Company)">Vitruvius Yachts</a>’ <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/53" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Philippe Briand Ltd. (Company)">Philippe Briand</a> and features a highly efficient hull design to minimise fuel consumption. The design features a Union flag ribbon motif, with an interior design based on recycled and recyclable materials. “To design a vessel – a flagship – that will become a benchmark in sustainability as well as &nbsp;demonstrating British excellence and heritage for current and future generations, while also being a symbol of inclusion and diversity, was an enormous challenge that kept me awake at night,” said designer <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/53" href="https://sya.superyachttimes.com/news#managed-by-system" target="_blank">Philippe Briand</a>. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/254813/image/large-051ea3c4a6caf997790d877200dee5e2.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/254813">The flagship superyacht also allows for accessibility and inclusion with a flexible deck and interior design that can switch between exhibition showcase or floating embassy with ease, “making her suitable for everyone from diplomats to schoolchildren and even the disabled.”“The nature and intensity of the project kept me focused but also filled me with pride, not just in the design process itself but for what the flagship stands for,” added <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/53" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Philippe Briand Ltd. (Company)">Philippe Briand</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/254812/image/large-bdcdf96a48727580185ef3320f1bf79f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/254812">The superyacht was designed to be built in recycled aluminium (the ‘Al’ in ‘Team FestivAl’), which is lighter than steel and therefore reduces the power required for propulsion. Team FestivAl also conducted a survey with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5877" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Water Revolution Foundation (Company)">Water Revolution Foundation</a>, in conjunction with the University of Bologna, and found that the hull and superstructure design would emit 30 percent less greenhouse gases than a conventional design over a life cycle of 30 years.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/254810/image/large-c5a7e07dffe283ead3b9baaef326bdfb.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/254810">The sleek exterior profile also combines a distinct LED-lit style line, developed by Jason Bruges Studio, that projects the Union flag into the water at night. The lighting scheme also allows for messages to be displayed, and for lighting to be matched to a given theme or location.However, the key feature of the yacht is the central atrium, where wall-to-wall displays showcase presentations based on the use of the yacht at that time. The motor yacht is also able to offer a multi-sensorial experience throughout with sign language and audio descriptions.“The flagship collaboration was an incredible opportunity to act as an architect realising the design of a project that was hugely complex, because it aims to represent not the tastes of one person but the essence of an entire nation,” Briand explained. “That is actually way more difficult than designing for even the most demanding individual!”

Vitruvius 125m UK flagship unveiled

London-based studio Vitruvius Yachts has unveiled the renderings of the previously confidential 125-metre UK flagship superyacht.



Vitruvius Yachts unveils renderings of confidential 125m UK flagship superyacht

<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/239514/image/large-49042a75db4f233b498176c3f7018f30.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/239514">Seen here recently anchored off the island of Spetses in Greece, is the 40-metre superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/429" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Okeanis39.95m (131'1&quot;)Ocea2003">Okeanis</a>. Delivered by the French shipyard <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/416" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ocea (Company)">Ocea</a> in 2003, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/429" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Okeanis39.95m (131'1&quot;)Ocea2003">Okeanis</a> features naval architecture and neoclassical lines penned by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/417" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Joubert Nivelt Design (Company)">Joubert Nivelt Design</a> while <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/419" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Béatrice Tarrade (Company)">Béatrice Tarrade</a> was responsible for the interior design. Onboard, she can accommodate up to 8 guests in 4 staterooms taken care by a crew of 8. With a volume of 246 GT, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/429" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Okeanis39.95m (131'1&quot;)Ocea2003">Okeanis</a> is equipped with twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1883" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Baudouin (Company)">Baudouin</a> engines of 1,100 horsepower each, allowing her to reach a maximum speed of 18 knots. She has a transatlantic range of 4,000 nautical miles while cruising at 10 knots.

Ocea superyacht Okeanis in Spetses

The 40m superyacht Okeanis, built by Ocea, is seen here anchored off the island of Spetses in Greece.

The French shipbuilder <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/416" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ocea (Company)">Ocea</a> has made strong headway with the construction of its 32.7-metre Ocea Commuter 108 New. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/235585/image/large-352d7bfcb8e1764526c64e490f733874.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/235585">The hull of the Ocea Commuter 108 New has been transported to its facility in Sables-d’Olonne, France, where it will be outfitted. Production of the motor yacht kicked-off in <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/416" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ocea (Company)">Ocea</a>’s Fontenay-le-Comte workshop, where the frames, partitions and longitudinals and the hull planing took place. Since arriving in Sables-d’Olonne, the team has been busy assembling the bulwarks, cutting the windows and doors and installing the lugs for all the mooring components. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/235583/image/large-3d9363eed605a167f97d54110c5b8b93.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/235583">The shipyard stated, “In order to facilitate the work, the superstructure is being prepared on the ground before being installed on the hull later this summer. This is a very important symbolic step, since it finalises the silhouette of the yacht.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/235584/image/large-0b57f0a9585de406eeced3697713d6c0.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/235584">&nbsp;The Ocea Commuter 108 New features an exterior design penned by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6421" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Pierre Frutschi Concept & Design Naval (Company)">Pierre Frutschi Concept &amp; Design Naval</a>, and naval architecture drawn by her builder, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/416" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ocea (Company)">Ocea</a>. The motor yacht promises 160 GT of interior volume and will be fitted with four staterooms, providing accommodation for up to eight guests.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/226695/image/large-81f7f3cfb3f675d38015f0ea78b8c737.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/226695">Delivery of the Ocea Commuter 108 New is scheduled for Spring 2023. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/226839/image/large-af53ad1e898ec8f74024302ab5954c58.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/226839">

Ocea transports hull of 33m Ocea Commuter 108 New to outfitting facilities 

The hull of the 33m Ocea Commuter 108 New has been transported to its facility in Sables-d’Olonne, France, where it will be outfitted.

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/416" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ocea (Company)">OCEA</a> began construction of their 32.7-metre yacht Commuter 108 in the summer of 2021 in Les Sables d'Olonne, France. The yacht is the tenth motor yacht the company has built, and will offer ocean-going capacities and comfort while limiting her carbon footprint. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/226840/image/large-c64ea3c135783dc6ee334e03af4a4f5d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/226840">As soon as the contract was signed, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/416" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ocea (Company)">OCEA</a>’s engineering team designed all the structural components and sent files to the subcontractor handling the cutting. These were quickly delivered to <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/416" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ocea (Company)">OCEA’</a>s workshop in Fontenay-le-Comte, where assembly immediately got under way, and construction has remained on schedule since then. The frames, partitions and longitudinals are all in place and the site is preparing to fit the plating. Once the hull has been turned, the vessel will be transported as an oversized load to <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/416" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ocea (Company)">OCEA</a>’s outfitting workshop in Les Sables-d’Olonne.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/226838/image/large-fa6d97c259dcfbed2759e13855a12970.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/226838">Commuter 108 is an entirely custom-built yacht that adopts the famous streamlined, timeless and elegant profile of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/416" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ocea (Company)">OCEA</a> Commuters. Her interior has been entrusted to <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6421" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Pierre Frutschi Concept & Design Naval (Company)">Pierre Frutschi</a>, who has created a comfortable decor design that is both practical and distinctively of the sea for her eight guests.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/226839/image/large-af53ad1e898ec8f74024302ab5954c58.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/226839">The aluminium yacht will be capable of sailing all around the world in optimal safety conditions with special attention made to controlling her carbon footprint. Commuter 108 will be the first <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/416" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ocea (Company)">OCEA</a> yacht whose engines comply with the latest IMO Tier III standards for reducing pollutant emissions.Delivery of Commuter 108 is scheduled for Spring 2023, with the first journey set for the following summer.&nbsp;

OCEA yacht Commuter 108

OCEA began construction of their 32.7-metre yacht Commuter 108 in the summer of 2021 in Les Sables d'Olonne, France.